Supply Chain Graduate – Leadership Development Program

Mondelēz International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A global snack food company is looking for ambitious graduates for its Supply Chain Graduate: Leadership Development Program in Birmingham. You will rotate through different areas of the Supply Chain, gaining hands-on experience over three years. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in relevant fields who have demonstrated leadership qualities and are fluent in English. Starting salary is £33,000 plus a £2,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Structured learning & development

Dedicated mentorship

Bi-annual pay reviews

Performance-related bonus

35 days annual leave

Flexible working

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Flexible benefits programme

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a relevant degree.
• Advantageous to have internship experience.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities in various settings.
• Fluent in English.
• Willingness to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Complete three rotations across Supply Chain functions.
• Gain hands-on experience and real responsibilities.
• Work on impactful projects that contribute to the company.

Skills

Leadership ambition

Agility

Good communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics

Job description

Overview

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. We are committed to developing the next generation of Makers and Bakers. Joining us at an early career stage in our fast paced environment will enable you to do more, learn more and grow more. You will be encouraged to step outside your comfort zone and bring passion and personality. You can lean in and speak up and bring your own flavor.

Ready to Shape the Future of Manufacturing & Supply Chain?

Start your career as a future leader. We’re looking for bold, curious, and ambitious graduates to join our Supply Chain Graduate: Leadership Development Program.

Over three years with three rotations, you’ll gain hands-on experience, take on real responsibilities, and work across different locations and Supply Chain functions, which may include Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Management & Procurement.

What’s in It for You

• Three Rotations (12 months each): Explore different areas of our business through challenging and diverse roles. You will rotate between locations domestically, which gives you a broad understanding of how Mondelēz operates and helps you discover your passions.
• Structured Learning & Development: We invest in your growth. You will participate in a comprehensive learning curriculum including workshops, online courses, and leadership training sessions designed to equip you with the skills you need to succeed.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced leaders who are invested in your development. They’ll provide advice, share their insights, and help you navigate your career path.
• Impactful Projects: You’ll work on real-world projects that directly contribute to MDLZ's success. Your work will matter!

Who Are We Looking For

Someone who wants to be a future leader within Mondelēz International, excited about working in different environments across Supply Chain and Manufacturing and willing to relocate for rotations domestically. You’ll need to be agile, a good communicator and problem-solver, think innovatively and work well in a team and independently. Ready to challenge the status quo and grow into a leadership role?

Candidate Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics

• Although not essential, it would be advantageous to have gained relevant experience through an internship or similar

• Leadership ambition, with examples of where you have demonstrated leadership qualities in education, hobbies or work

• Fluent in English

• Domestic Mobility to relocate whilst on the Graduate scheme

Start date September 2026

Starting salary: £33,000 plus £2,000 sign-on bonus

I n return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer our Graduates an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business which includes bi-annual pay reviews, performance related bonus, 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), flexible working, contributory pension, life assurance, and a flexible benefits programme.

Closing date for applications is midday Friday 31st October 2025.

We will be holding our final stage assessment centre for this role in-person at our Bournville offices on Thursday 11th December 2025. Reasonable travel expenses will be covered.

This position does not meet the minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Therefore, we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

For more details on our Early Careers schemes and advice on our application process, visit our careers site today - Early Careers - UK Mondelēz International

Mondelēz is a diverse and inclusive employer with an objective to ensure a fair and equal hiring process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to apply or throughout our assessment process please contact [e-mail] stating “NE Early Careers” as the subject.

Our candidate requirements are based on criteria to enable you to succeed in the role. If you have narrowly missed the above requirements and there are extenuating circumstances you would like us to consider, you can let us know by contacting [e-mail] stating “NE Early Careers” as the subject and attaching a letter from your school/university to confirm your extenuating circumstances.

Are You In?

Start building the future — yours and ours. Apply now and become one of our Supply Chain future leaders at Mondelēz International.

Relocation support available?

Business Unit Summary: We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Excited to grow your career? We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

If you require support to complete your application or during the interview process, please contact the recruiter.